Amelia County public meetings in 2024

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting

The Board of Supervisors is holding a special meeting to convene in a closed session. The purpose of the session is to consider candidates for the county administrator position.

• Closed session to consider candidates for county administrator

The Board of Supervisors met for a special session to consider candidates for the County Administrator position in a closed meeting. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to consider County Administrator candidates (5-0)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Amelia County Board of Supervisors will meet to review financial reports and the Capital Improvement Plan. The board will discuss tax due dates and semi-annual billing. A rezoning request for Modular Homes, LLC has been pulled by the applicant.

• Five Forks Road Sidewalk Project Resolution
• Tax Due Date and Semi-Annual Billing Discussion
• Archer’s Creek Lane Rural Addition Resolution
• Rescue Squad Personal Property Tax Reimbursement
• Sheriff’s Office Overtime Reimbursement

The Board of Supervisors approved a resolution and appropriation for the local match of the Five Forks Road Sidewalk Project. The board also passed a consent agenda including tax reimbursements and scheduled a special meeting to interview county administrator candidates.

• Approved $383,925 appropriation for Five Forks Road Sidewalk Project (3-2-0)
• Approved November 20, 2024 Regular Meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Archer’s Creek Lane Rural Addition Resolution (unanimous)
• Approved Rescue Squad Personal Property Tax Reimbursement (unanimous)
• Approved Sheriff’s Office Overtime Reimbursement (unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter closed session regarding finance department employee (5-0)
• Scheduled special meeting for January 7, 2024 to interview county administrator candidates

Economic Development Authority Meeting

The Amelia County Economic Development Authority will discuss several projects, including the Richardson Road site (signage and appraisal), Red Velocity Inc., Oakmuglee Dairy Farm, Winterham Bed & Breakfast, and Haunted Vineyard Winery. The board will also receive updates on the Comprehensive Plan and Regional CEDS. A closed session is planned to discuss prospective business/industry and real property acquisition.

• Richardson Road site signage and appraisal discussion
• Red Velocity Inc. project discussion
• Oakmuglee Dairy Farm, Winterham Bed & Breakfast, and Haunted Vineyard Winery updates
• Comprehensive Plan Update and Regional CEDS report
• Closed session for prospective business/industry and real property acquisition

The Economic Development Authority decided to place a sign at the entrance of the Richardson Road property and will advertise for bids for a whole property appraisal. The board also reached a consensus to renew the Chamber of Commerce membership.

• Approved November 12, 2024 minutes
• Accepted November 2024 Treasurer’s reports
• Decided to place Richardson Road sign at the property entrance
• Agreed to advertise for bids for a whole property appraisal for Richardson Road
• Consensus reached to renew Chamber of Commerce membership

Board of Supervisors Meeting

The Amelia County Board of Supervisors will conduct public hearings on several proposed ordinances, including a Meals Tax Delay Ordinance, a Special Events Ordinance, and an EMS Billing Ordinance. The board will also consider a resolution to extend the Torch Solar siting agreement and special use permit deadline, multiple appropriation requests from the Sheriff, County Administration, and Circuit Court Clerk, and a discussion on animals in buildings. Other business includes updates on the capital improvement plan, special event permits, and second dwellings in subdivisions.

• Public Hearing: Special Exception Request (Day Nursery/Virginia Anderson)
• Public Hearing: Meals Tax Delay Ordinance
• Public Hearing: Special Events Ordinance
• Public Hearing: EMS Billing Ordinance
• Resolution to extend Torch Solar Siting Agreement and Special Use Permit deadline

The Board of Supervisors approved several funding requests for the School Board, Sheriff's Office, and County Administration. They also passed ordinances regarding EMS billing, special events, and a delay for the meals tax effective date. A special exception for a garden and nursery was granted.

• Approved School Board appropriation request for $237,513.00 (5-0)
• Approved Special Exception for Virginia Anderson garden and nursery (5-0)
• Approved delay of meals tax effective date to May 1, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved Special Event Ordinance with new application deadlines (5-0)
• Approved EMS Billing Ordinance (5-0)
• Approved Sheriff's Office appropriation of $72,678.66 (5-0)
• Approved $162,000 appropriation for County Administrator professional services (5-0)
• Approved Circuit Court Clerk appropriation of $29,804.00 (5-0)

Social Services Joint Administrative and Advisory Board

The Amelia County Social Services Joint Administrative & Advisory Board will discuss and present the 1st Quarter Report to the Board of Supervisors, approve administrative bills for September and October 2024, and receive updates on a donation drive. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and setting the next meeting date.

• Approval of minutes from September 18, 2024
• Discussion and presentation of 1st Quarter Report to the Board of Supervisors
• Donation Drive Update
• Administrative bills for September and October 2024
• Set next meeting date for January 15, 2025

The Board approved the meeting minutes from September 18, 2024, and authorized administrative bills and board actions for September and October 2024. Members discussed a first-quarter funding report and a family services worker snapshot, both of which will be presented to the Board of Supervisors. The board held a closed session regarding personnel matters with no further action taken.

• Approved 9/18/24 minutes
• Approved administrative bills for September and October 2024
• Approved Schedule of Board Actions for September and October 2024
• Certified closed session regarding personnel matters (4-0)

Economic Development Authority Meeting

The Amelia County Economic Development Authority will consider approving minutes and financial reports, then discuss several business items including the Richardson Road site (GoVA grant application, signage, and a B&B contract), the renewal of Neal Barber's contract, and updates on the Comprehensive Plan. The board will also hold a closed meeting to discuss a prospective business and real property acquisition.

• Approval of minutes and treasurer's reports
• Richardson Road site updates: GoVA Grant Application, Signage, B&B Contract
• Discussion and renewal of Neal Barber's contract
• Red Velocity Inc. projects: Oakmulgee Dairy Farm, Winterham Bed & Breakfast, Haunted Vineyard Winery
• Closed meeting for prospective business (Va. Code § 2.2-3711 A 5) and real property acquisition (§ 2.2-3711 A 3)

The Economic Development Authority approved a new hourly pay rate for Neal Barber and voted to prohibit hunting on EDA property. The board also accepted the October 2024 financial reports and noted a $100,000 Go Virginia grant agreement for the Richardson Road Site.

• Approved October 8, 2024 minutes
• Accepted October 2024 Treasurer’s reports
• Approved motion to write letters to known parties and post 'no hunting' signs on property (unanimous)
• Approved contract for Neal Barber at $75 per hour (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will discuss appropriation requests for the JL Hamner Library, Sheriff’s Office, and Fire and EMS. Members will also discuss the budget calendar and various ordinances regarding meals taxes, exotic animals, and detached dwelling units.

• Appropriation requests for JL Hamner Library, Sheriff’s Office, and Fire and EMS
• Budget Calendar discussion and approval
• Meals Tax Delay Ordinance
• Exotic Animals Ordinance and zoning requirements
• Detached Dwelling Unit Ordinance for subdivisions

The Board of Supervisors approved funding requests for the Sheriff's Office, Fire and EMS, and the JL Hamner Library. Members also approved the budget calendar and authorized staff to move forward with a meals tax delay ordinance.

• Approved $20,749.00 Sheriff's Office appropriation request (5-0)
• Approved $21,898.96 Fire and EMS appropriation request (5-0)
• Approved $1,539.77 JL Hamner Library appropriation request (5-0)
• Approved Budget Calendar (5-0)
• Authorized staff to review Animal Shelter MOU pending attorney approval (4-1)
• Approved David Felts as VACO delegate and Todd Robinson as alternate (5-0)
• Approved Finance Director work order task #2 (5-0)
• Approved special event permit for Christmas in the Park (5-0)

Economic Development Authority Meeting

The Amelia County Economic Development Authority will discuss updates on the Richardson Road Site, including Go VA and Business Ready Site grant applications, demolition progress, and an infrastructure presentation by Ricky Kowalewski. Other business includes an update on Red Velocity Inc. and a FOIA training session. The meeting begins with standard procedural items and a closed session.

• Go VA Grant Application Update for Richardson Road Site
• Business Ready Site grant application new cycle
• Site Demolition Update
• AFI Infrastructure Presentation by Ricky Kowalewski
• Real Estate Broker RFP

The Economic Development Authority approved several actions regarding the Richardson Road site, including tire removal and temporary signage. The board authorized the signing of a B&B contract pending attorney approval and decided against applying for the Business Ready Site Grant this year.

• Approved removal of approximately 75 tires from Richardson Road site (Unanimous)
• Approved leaving the well as-is if in safe condition (Unanimous)
• Approved spending up to $2,000.00 for a temporary sign at Richardson Road site
• Authorized Bob Smith to sign B&B site specific and umbrella contracts pending County attorney approval (Unanimous)
• Decided not to apply for the Business Ready Site Grant this year
• Deferred Real Estate Broker RFP/RFQ to November 12, 2024 meeting
• Approved September 10, 2024 minutes

Board of Supervisors Continued Meeting

The Board of Supervisors met to discuss the County Administrator work order and search process with representatives from the Berkley Group. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded during this meeting.

Board of Supervisors Meeting

The Amelia County Board of Supervisors will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda, public comments, and multiple staff reports. Key discussion and action items include EMS staffing, Sheriff's Office appropriations, a meals tax proposal, and special event permits. The board will also receive updates on the radio project and waste management.

• EMS Staffing and Appropriation Request
• Sheriff’s Office Appropriation Requests
• Meals Tax discussion
• Radio Project Update
• Special Event Permits for Sheriff's Movie Night, APC Auto Show, and Harvest Festival

The Board of Supervisors approved several funding requests for EMS, staff vacancies, and the Sheriff's Office. They also established new Human Resource and Finance committees and appointed a Zoning Administrator.

• Approved $1,500 school board appropriation request (5-0)
• Appointed Jerry Williams as Zoning Administrator (5-0)
• Approved letter of support for RiverStreet BEAD grant application (5-0)
• Approved $130,000 EMS appropriation request (5-0)
• Approved $190,461.04 staff vacancy appropriation request (5-0)
• Approved $29,125.00 and $951.77 Sheriff's Office appropriation requests (5-0)
• Created Human Resource and Finance committees (5-0)
• Approved public hearing process to delay Meal Tax Ordinance for four months (5-0)

Social Services Joint Administrative and Advisory Board Meeting

The Amelia County Social Services Joint Administrative and Advisory Board will meet to consider approval of the Home-based Care Policy and discuss the State of the Agency. The board will also review the FY25 first quarter report and approve administrative bills for July and August 2024.

• Approval of the Home-based Care Policy
• Administrative Bills for July & August 2024
• Unit Updates – FY25 1st Quarter Report (June, July, & August)
• Service Pins/Recognition
• Set date for next meeting – November 20, 2024

The Board approved the July 17, 2024 meeting minutes and an updated Home-based Care Policy to meet DARS requirements. Administrative bills and the Schedule of Board Actions for July and August 2024 were reviewed and approved.

• Approved July 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved updated Home-based Care Policy
• Approved July and August 2024 administrative bills
• Approved July and August 2024 Schedule of Board Actions

Economic Development Authority Meeting

The Amelia County Economic Development Authority will discuss updates on the Richardson Road site, including a GoVA Grant update, demolition progress, and a Commercial Real Estate Services RFP. They will also consider a lease agreement with Genesis Decor. The meeting includes approval of minutes and financial reports.

• Richardson Road Site – GoVA Grant Update
• Richardson Road Site – Demolition Update
• Richardson Road Site – Commercial Real Estate Services RFP
• Genesis Decor Lease Agreement

The Economic Development Authority approved a final payment for a site suitability study and received updates on the Richardson Road Site. Demolition at the site is scheduled to begin September 16, 2024. A lease agreement for Genesis Décor was not provided and will be reviewed next month.

• Approved payment of $12,000 balance to Timmons Group
• Approved September 10, 2024 minutes
• Accepted September 2024 Treasurer’s reports

Board of Supervisors Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will consider several land-use requests, including rezoning for business and residential use. The meeting also includes the introduction of an Interim County Administrator and multiple supplemental appropriation requests for county services.

• Public hearing on rezoning RR-3 Rural Residential to R-3 Residential (T&K Property Investments)
• Public hearing on rezoning RR-3 Rural Residential to B-1 Business (Kevin Garber)
• Public hearing on rezoning A-5 Agricultural to R-10 Rural Preservation (Woodland Resources, LLC)
• Public hearing on special exception request for a Veterinary Clinic (Dr. Brandy Ashman)
• Supplemental appropriation requests for Fire & EMS, Emergency Management, Sheriff's Office, Children Services, and Commissioner of the Revenue

The Board approved four school appropriation requests totaling $2,943,549.43 and several land-use requests, including three rezoning approvals and one veterinary clinic special exception. The Board also denied a special exception for a detached dwelling unit and approved various supplemental appropriations for county services.

• Approved school appropriation requests: $75,579.80 (Safety/Security), $1,824,080.97 (All-In-Construction), $458,631.62 (Textbook Fund), and $602,617.24 (Cafeteria Fund) (5-0)
• Approved rezoning from RR-3 Rural Residential to R-3 Residential for T & K Property Investments (5-0)
• Approved rezoning from RR-3 Rural Residential to B-1 Business for Kevin Garber (5-0)
• Approved rezoning from A-5 Agricultural to R-10 Rural Preservation for Woodland Resources, LLC (4-1-0)
• Approved special exception for veterinary clinic for Dr. Brandy Ashman with DEQ documentation condition (5-0)
• Denied special exception for detached dwelling unit for Pro Renovation, LLC (4-0-1)
• Approved supplemental appropriations for Sheriff's Office: $1,935.00, $19,838.00, and $5,987.68 (5-0)
• Approved CRC Comprehensive Planning Agreement not to exceed $34,000 (5-0)

Economic Development Authority Meeting

The Amelia County Economic Development Authority will hold a regular meeting on August 13, 2024. Items include updates on the Richardson Road Site, grant applications from GO Virginia and VEDP, a site demolition update, and a funding request from the Virginia Heartland Regional Economic Development Alliance. The board will also hear a presentation from Red Velocity Inc. and consider closed session.

• Richardson Road Site update
• GO Virginia Grant Application Update
• VEDP Grant Application Update
• Site Demolition Update
• Virginia Heartland Regional Economic Development Alliance (VHREDA) Funding Request

The board voted on a request to join the Virginia Heartland Regional Economic Development Alliance (VHREDA), but the motion failed. The board also approved previous meeting minutes and financial reports. Updates were provided on the Richardson Road Site grant applications and demolition progress.

• Approved July 2024 minutes
• Accepted May, June, and July 2024 Treasurer’s reports
• Motion to join VHREDA failed (3-3)

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting

The Board of Supervisors approved a master agreement and two work orders with Berkley Group LLC for interim planning and administration services. The board also designated Chairman David Felts Jr. to roles on the Social Services Advisory Board and as an authorized signature for the general fund.

• Approved master agreement with Berkley Group LLC (5-0)
• Approved work order for Planning Department Services at the monthly rate (5-0)
• Approved work order for an Interim County Administrator (5-0)
• Assigned David Felts Jr. as Administrator on the Social Services Advisory Board (5-0)
• Added Chairman Felts as authorized signature to the general fund (4-1)

Board of Supervisors Meeting

The Amelia County Board of Supervisors will hold a regular meeting including public hearings on special exception permits for detached dwelling units, consideration of special event permits for Field Day of the Past and Frightfest, and a discussion on county decal fees. The board will also hear appropriation requests from the Library and Sheriff's Office and receive quarterly departmental reports.

• Public hearing on special exception permit for a detached dwelling unit (Pro Renovation, LLC)
• Special exception permit for a detached dwelling unit (Shaun Spradlin)
• Special event permit for Field Day of the Past
• Special event permit for Frightfest
• County decal discussion

The Board of Supervisors approved several appropriation requests for the school board, library, and Sheriff's Office. Special event permits for Field Day of the Past and Frightfest were approved, while motions to approve the May and June financial reports failed. A special exception request for a detached dwelling unit was deferred.

• Approved three school board appropriations totaling $1,047,773.99 with no local funding (5-0)
• Approved $14,922.00 library appropriation from state funding (5-0)
• Approved Sheriff's Office requests for $2,197.60 overtime and $8,112.00 TDO/ECO assignment (5-0)
• Approved special event permits for Field Day of the Past and Frightfest (5-0)
• Deferred special exception request for Pro Renovation, LLC detached dwelling unit (5-0)
• Approved changing August Regular Meeting date to August 28, 2024 (5-0)
• Denied approval of May financial report (2-1-2)
• Denied approval of June financial report (2-1-2)

Social Services Joint Administrative and Advisory Board Meeting

The Joint Administrative and Advisory Boards will approve prior meeting minutes, hear administrative and director's reports (including a State of the Agency address, unit updates, and staff wellness), review bills for May and June 2024, and set the next meeting date. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific financial amounts or policy changes noted.

• Approval of minutes from May 15, 2024
• Administrative Board Report on actions since last meeting and other items
• Director’s Report including State of the Agency, DSS organization, unit updates, and staff wellness
• Administrative bills for May and June 2024
• Possible closed session and scheduling of next meeting on September 18, 2024

The Board approved the May 15, 2024, meeting minutes and administrative bills for May and June 2024. The Director reported that the agency completed the FY24 budget under budget and is managing staffing vacancies in the Benefits unit.

• Approved May 15, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved administrative bills for May 2024 and June 2024
• Approved Schedule of Board Actions for May 2024 and June 2024
• Approved up to 2.5 hours per week of Special Duty Leave for Benefits staff

Economic Development Authority Meeting

The meeting includes updates on grant applications for the Richardson Road site suitability study. The board is also reviewing a funding request for the Virginia Heartland Regional Economic Development Alliance. Additionally, the County Administrator will provide reports on the FY25 budget and poultry cooperative.

• Richardson Road Site GoVA Grant application update
• Virginia Heartland Regional Economic Development Alliance funding request
• FY25 County Budget update
• Poultry Cooperative update

The Economic Development Authority elected its Chairman and Vice Chairman and established an Executive Committee. The board approved the June 2024 minutes but tabled the May and June 2024 Treasurer's reports and a funding request from the Virginia Heartland Regional Economic Development Alliance.

• Elected Robert C. Smith as Chairman (6-0)
• Elected Winston Vaughn as Vice Chairman (6-0)
• Established Chair and Vice Chair as the Executive Committee (6-0)
• Approved June 2024 minutes
• Tabled May and June 2024 Treasurer's reports
• Tabled VHREDA funding request for 30 days or until next meeting (6-0)

Board of Supervisors Meeting

The Board will hold public hearings on several ordinance amendments regarding various fees and taxes, including dog licenses and land use applications. The meeting also includes reviews of special event permits and appropriation requests for the Sheriff's Office.

• FY25 Budget Resolution
• Public hearings on ordinance amendments for various fees, including bad checks, dog licenses, and land use applications
• Special event permits for Amelia 5K, National Night Out, and Southern Grace SummerFest
• Appropriation requests from the Sheriff's Office and Commonwealth Attorney
• Special exception request for a detached dwelling unit (Shaun Spradlin)

The Board of Supervisors approved the FY25 Budget Resolution and a series of ordinance amendments affecting local taxes and fees. The board also authorized a one-year audit services contract and approved the VDOT Secondary Road Six Year Improvement Plan. Several special event permits and appropriation requests for the Sheriff's Office and School Board were granted.

• Approved FY25 Budget Resolution (4-1-0)
• Approved VDOT Secondary Road Six Year Improvement Plan (5-0)
• Approved $100,000 School Board appropriation for staff training (5-0)
• Approved three Sheriff's Office appropriations: $16,540.58, $24,643.00, and $6,890.00 (5-0)
• Approved one-year audit services contract with Robertson, Farmer, Cox (4-1-0)
• Approved ordinance amendments for Bad Check, BPOL License, Dog Impoundment, Dog License, Land Use, Sewer, and Vehicle License fees
• Adopted Meals Tax ordinance to offset public safety funding (5-0)
• Approved special event permits for Amelia 5k, Animal Shelter Grill Off, National Night Out, and Southern Grace SummerFest

Economic Development Authority Meeting

The agenda contains standard procedural items, including the approval of minutes and treasurer's reports. Most new business items in the provided text are unreadable due to encoding errors.

• Approval of Minutes
• Acceptance of Treasurer's Reports
• County Administrator's Report

Board of Supervisors Continued Meeting

The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the FY 25 budget as advertised, including recommended amendments from Brady Deal. The Board discussed the distribution of 3% of allocated funds, which will be decided at the next meeting.

• Approved FY 25 budget as advertised with recommended amendments (5-0)

Board of Supervisors Continued Meeting

The Amelia County Board of Supervisors will review a request for $203,500 in supplemental appropriations to cover unanticipated Fire and EMS expenses. The funds address contract rate increases with Emergency Services Solutions, additional Friday night staffing costs, and state-mandated drug box program requirements. Other agenda items include a special event permit review and FY25 budget discussions.

• Supplemental appropriation request for $203,500 in unanticipated Fire & EMS expenses
• Contract rate increase with Emergency Services Solutions from $35 to $45 per hour
• Additional Friday night EMS coverage costing $56,160 annually
• Drug Box Program funding of $14,500 for state-mandated pharmaceutical compliance
• Special event permit review for the Civil War Reenactment of Sailors Creek

The Board of Supervisors approved an appropriation for Emergency Management and a special event permit for a Civil War reenactment. A motion to provide a one-time $1,200 bonus to employees failed. The meeting was continued to May 23, 2023.

• Approved $203,500 Emergency Management appropriation for remainder of FY24 (5-0)
• Approved special event permit for Civil War Reenactment (5-0)
• Denied one-time $1,200 bonus for employees (1-2-2)
• Decided to advertise VDOT FY25 6-Year Plan but hold until funds are available

Social Services Joint Administrative and Advisory Board Meeting

The Amelia County Social Services Joint Administrative and Advisory Boards are meeting for a routine session. The agenda includes approving minutes, introducing new staff, receiving administrative and director's reports, and reviewing administrative bills for March and April 2024. No major policy decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Approval of minutes from March 20, 2024
• Introduction of new staff
• Administrative bills for March and April 2024
• Closed session if necessary
• Next meeting set for July 17, 2024

The Board approved the March 20, 2024, meeting minutes. Administrative bills and the Schedule of Board Actions for March and April 2024 were reviewed and approved. The Board also discussed aligning compensatory leave policies with county standards.

• Approved March 20, 2024, meeting minutes
• Approved administrative bills for March 2024 and April 2024
• Approved Schedule of Board Actions for March 2024 and April 2024

Board of Supervisors Meeting

The Amelia County Board of Supervisors will review routine staff updates from VDOT, the school board, and local organizations. This agenda is largely procedural boilerplate; specific proposals for community development or new business are not listed in the document. A closed meeting is scheduled without detailed topics.

• Routine reports from VDOT, the school board, and the Commonwealth Regional Council
• Library appropriation requests for the Virginia Commission for the Arts
• Scheduled closed session with no agenda details provided
• County administrator updates on waste management and DMV select programs

The Board of Supervisors approved several appropriation requests for the school board and library. They also voted to let the Smacks Creek Wastewater Treatment permit expire and held a public hearing on the proposed FY25 Budget.

• Approved $77,600 in school board appropriations with no local match (5-0)
• Approved library appropriation requests for two grants of $425 and $1,428 (5-0)
• Approved motion to let Smacks Creek WWT permit expire (5-0)
• Approved April 17, 22, and 25, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved April 2024 Financial reports
• Tabled Emergency Management appropriation request pending supporting documentation

Economic Development Authority Meeting

The Amelia County Economic Development Authority will review updates on GoVA and VDEP grant applications for the Richardson Road site and evaluate a request for proposals to hire commercial real estate broker services. Members will also discuss planning for an animal shelter at that location, receive a status update on Red Velocity Inc., and review partnership activities with the Chamber of Commerce. Standard procedural items include approving meeting minutes and accepting financial reports.

• GoVA and VDEP grant application updates for the Richardson Road site
• Request for proposals for commercial real estate broker services
• Planning update for an animal shelter at the Richardson Road location
• Status report on Red Velocity Inc.
• Chamber of Commerce partnership activities, including Business Appreciation Day

The Economic Development Authority approved an $18,000 abatement project for a demolition site. The board also accepted financial reports and approved the minutes from the April 9, 2024 meeting.

• Approved $18,000 abatement project
• Approved April 9, 2024 minutes
• Accepted March and April 2024 Treasurer’s reports

Board of Supervisors Continued Meeting

The Board of Supervisors approved preparing a budget for a public hearing with proposed increases to real estate and personal property tax rates. The Board also voted to freeze spending on the CTE building and other unstarted projects, while restricting current FY24 spending to essential items.

• Approved preparing budget for May 15 public hearing with real estate rate at $0.46 per $100 and personal property rate at $4.35 per $100 (4-1)
• Approved freezing further spending on the proposed CTE building except for the school's construction grant (4-0-1)
• Approved restricting all County Departments and Offices to essential spending and purchasing for the remainder of FY24 (4-0-1)
• Approved freezing all projects that have not started and have no spent funds (4-0-1)

Board of Supervisors Continued Meeting

The Board approved a special event permit for the Walk for Life. Members discussed potential fee increases, school funding, and a 5% reduction in Board pay for the next budget cycle. The meeting was continued to April 25, 2024.

• Approved Walk for Life special event permit (5-0)
• Agreed to a 5% reduction in Board of Supervisors' pay beginning the next budget cycle
• Motion to continue meeting to April 25, 2024, approved (4-1)

Board of Supervisors Meeting

The Amelia County Board of Supervisors will hold its regular meeting to review county operations, approve several community event permits, and hear public comment on a residential zoning exception. Officials will discuss the fiscal year 2025 budget, which outlines upcoming spending and revenue plans for county administration. The board will also receive operational updates from VDOT, the school system, and DMV Select.

• Public hearing on a special exception request for a detached dwelling submitted by Mario Maranzano
• Discussion of the fiscal year 2025 county budget
• Approval requests for four special event permits: Walk for Life, Amelia Truck Pull (June and August), and Amelia Lavender Festival
• Appointment to the Economic Development Authority
• Reports on VDOT projects, school board updates, waste management, and DMV Select services

The Board of Supervisors approved two school appropriation requests and appointed a new member to the Economic Development Authority. They also granted permits for several community events and supported a historic registration submission for the Russel Grove Association.

• Approved school appropriation of $34,293.68 from USDA (5-0)
• Approved school appropriation of $385,000.00 (5-0)
• Appointed Sam Arrington to the Economic Development Authority (4-1)
• Approved special event permits for Amelia Truck Pull and Lavender Festival (5-0)
• Approved county submission of support for Russel Grove Association historic registration (5-0)
• Tabled Walk for Life special event permit
• Approved March 2024 Financial reports
• Continued meeting to April 22, 2024 (5-0)

Board of Supervisors Continued Meeting

The Amelia County Board of Supervisors held a continued meeting on April 10, 2024. The agenda lists only one substantive item: a discussion regarding the fiscal year 2025 budget. No votes or final decisions are listed in this text.

• FY25 Budget Discussion

The Board of Supervisors held a discussion regarding the FY25 budget, including staff suggestions for fee changes and funding gaps. No formal votes were taken on specific budget items or tax rates during this meeting.

• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Economic Development Authority Meeting

The Amelia County Economic Development Authority will review progress on grant applications and demolition work for the Richardson Road site. Members will also consider a proposal from Red Velocity Inc., discuss a potential partnership with the Chamber of Commerce, and approve routine financial reports and minutes. A closed session is scheduled at the end.

• GoVA and VDEP grant application updates for the Richardson Road site
• Demolition and animal shelter planning updates for Richardson Road
• Recommendation to appoint a member to a Regional Economic Development Organization
• Proposal review for Red Velocity Inc.
• Discussion of an EDA and Chamber of Commerce partnership

The Economic Development Authority unanimously recommended Sam Arrington to the Board of Supervisors to fill an EDA vacancy. The board also approved a $19,680 proposal from Red Velocity Inc. for a scheduled event from May 9-11, 2024. Other discussions focused on grant applications for the Richardson Road site and regional economic development funding.

• Approved March 2024 minutes
• Deferred March 2024 Treasurer’s reports
• Recommended Sam Arrington to the Board of Supervisors for EDA vacancy (Unanimous)
• Approved Red Velocity Inc. Proposal for $19,680.00 (Unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Continued Meeting

The Amelia County Board of Supervisors is holding a continued meeting to discuss the FY25 budget and a funding request from STEPS. The agenda includes only these items plus routine procedural matters, with no public hearings or specific contract actions listed.

• FY25 Budget Discussion
• STEPS Funding request

The Board of Supervisors discussed the FY25 budget, including potential sewer rate increases and wastewater treatment upgrades. No final votes were taken on budget items or funding requests. The meeting was continued to April 10, 2024.

• Motion to continue meeting to April 10, 2024, approved (5-0)

Social Services Joint Administrative and Advisory Board Meeting

The Amelia County Social Services Joint Administrative and Advisory Boards will meet to reorganize, approve minutes, and hear annual reports from the Family Services and Benefits departments. The director will report on recent actions, personnel, the draft budget, and a domestic violence services agreement. Administrative bills for January and February 2024 will be reviewed, and the next meeting is set for May 15, 2024.

• Annual reports from Family Services and Benefits departments
• Draft budget submitted to Finance Director in February and resubmitted in March
• STEPS Domestic Violence / Sexual Assault Services Agreement
• Administrative bills for January and February 2024
• Closed session scheduled if necessary

The Board approved a services agreement with STEPS for domestic violence and sexual assault services. The Board also elected new leadership for the Advisory Board and announced the hiring of a new Director. Administrative bills and board actions for January and February 2024 were approved.

• Elected Stanley Wilkinson as Advisory Board Chair through December 31, 2024
• Elected Rose Mastracco as Advisory Board Vice-Chair through December 31, 2024
• Approved January 17, 2024, meeting minutes
• Approved STEPS Domestic Violence / Sexual Assault Services Agreement
• Approved administrative bills for January 2024 and February 2024
• Approved Schedule of Board Actions for January 2024 and February 2024

Board of Supervisors Meeting

The Amelia County Board of Supervisors will review the FY25 budget and the FY25-26 Capital Improvement Plan during this regular meeting. Staff and board members will also discuss updates on regional hazard mitigation, waste management, and local development projects like Wells Fargo and RiverStreet. A public hearing is scheduled for a detached dwelling unit request by Gregory and Cheree Orr, alongside an ordinance amendment addressing family division restrictions. The agenda includes routine approvals, staff reports, and a closed session.

• Public hearing on a special exception request for a detached dwelling unit at the property of Gregory and Cheree Orr
• Ordinance amendment proposing restrictions on family division housing
• Review of the FY25 budget and the FY25-26 Capital Improvement Plan
• Discussion of regional hazard mitigation plan updates and VHREDA funding requests
• Updates on local development projects, including Wells Fargo and RiverStreet

The Board approved funding for children's services and a special exception for a detached dwelling unit. Members also accepted the FY25-26 Capital Improvement Plan and adopted an updated Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan resolution. Budget discussions were continued to a future meeting.

• Approved $62,018.01 local funding request for Children’s Services Act (5-0)
• Reappointed Marvin James to Building Code Appeals Board (5-0)
• Tabled Economic Development Authority appointment (4-1)
• Approved ordinance amendment for Family Division Restrictions (4-0)
• Approved 'Celebrate Independence' special event permit (5-0)
• Approved special exception for Gregory and Cheree Orr detached dwelling unit with rental restriction (5-0)
• Accepted FY25-26 Capital Improvement Plan recommendation (5-0)
• Adopted updated CRC Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan Resolution (5-0)

Economic Development Authority

The Amelia County Economic Development Authority will discuss updates regarding grant applications and demolition at the 3Jchardson Road Site. The meeting also includes marketing updates and an EDA appointment recommendation.

• GoVA and VDEP grant application updates for 3Jchardson Road Site
• Demolition update for 3Jchardson Road Site
• Animal Shelter planning update
• Marketing updates for LinkedIn, 8FCTJUF, and 3Fd Velocity
• EDA appointment recommendation

The Economic Development Authority approved the February meeting minutes and nominated Sam Arrington for a board appointment. Members received updates on grant applications and site work for the Richardson Road project and reviewed marketing goals for the agency's website and social media.

• Approved February minutes
• Approved request for Maudie Scott to attend remotely
• Unanimously nominated Sam Arrington for EDA appointment
• Scheduled Business Appreciation Day for May 15, 2024

Board of Supervisors Continued Meeting

The Amelia County Board of Supervisors will hold a continued meeting for the purpose of discussing the FY2025 budget. The agenda also includes staff, committee, and organization reports.

• FY2025 Budget Discussion

The Board discussed discrepancies in the presented FY25 budget and the impact of a 3% COLA increase. No final budget was approved; instead, the Board directed staff to verify department requests and build a budget without a proposed tax increase.

• Requested staff confirm or correct department budget requests
• Requested budget be adjusted to a 3% COLA rate
• Requested a budget be built without a proposed tax increase
• Requested firm bottom line for taxable assets
• Requested projections and actuals for the last 5 years
• Requested discussions for not raising water/sewer fees
• Requested more proffer money be added to the CIP fund
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Board of Supervisors Continued Meeting

The Amelia County Board of Supervisors is holding a continued meeting, primarily to discuss the FY2025 budget. The agenda includes routine items like approving the agenda, staff reports, and board comments, but the main substantive item is the budget discussion.

• FY2025 Budget Discussion

The Board of Supervisors reviewed three potential FY25 budget scenarios including level funding and department requests. No final budget decisions were made during this meeting. The Board scheduled a continued meeting for March 11, 2024.

• Approved motion to continue the meeting on March 11, 2024, at 3pm (5-0)

Board of Supervisors Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will consider a special event and road closure permit for Amelia Day. The meeting also includes reports from VDOT and the School Board, along with routine approvals of minutes and financial reports.

• Amelia Day special event and road closure permit
• VDOT report
• School Board report
• Approval of financial reports

The Board of Supervisors approved three rezoning requests and four separate appropriation requests for the School Board, Sheriff's Office, Circuit Court, and library. Members also discussed a possible four-cent tax increase for the FY25 budget. Three special event permits were granted, and a radio system lease agreement was authorized.

• Approved $191,000 School Board appropriation request (unanimous)
• Approved $27,000 ARPA Grant appropriation for Sheriff's Office (unanimous)
• Approved $46,941.50 Circuit Court grant appropriation (unanimous)
• Approved $7,747.14 library reimbursement and reallocation (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning for Beth Jones from A-5 to R-5 (3-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved rezoning for Saylers Creek Company, LLC from RR-3 to M-2 (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for Amelia County from PCRD to A-5 (5-0)
• Approved radio system lease agreement authorization (5-0)

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority approved a $5,000 contribution for the CRC AFID Grant. The board also received updates on grant applications and demolition planning for the Richardson Road EDA site.

• Approved $5,000 for the CRC AFID Grant (unanimous)
• Approved January minutes
• Accepted January 2024 Treasurer’s reports

Board of Supervisors Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will hold an organizational meeting to approve agendas, minutes, and financial reports. The session includes reports from the School Board and Sheriff's Office, as well as discussions on community development funds.

• Sheriff's Office Walmart Grant Appropriation
• Appropriation of Beopple Building Improvement Funds
• Appropriation of Jackson Building Park Improvements and Library Conceptual Model Study funds
• Special Event Permit: Tractor Parade
• Special Event Permit: Juneteenth

The Board conducted its organizational meeting, electing a Chairman and Vice-Chairman and assigning committee representatives. The Board approved several fund appropriations for the Sheriff's Office and building improvements, as well as special event permits.

• Elected Supervisor Felts as Chairman (4-0)
• Elected Supervisor Jones as Vice-Chairman (unanimous)
• Approved Sheriff's Office Walmart Grant Appropriation (5-0)
• Approved reappointment of Juan Whittington to Planning Commission (5-0)
• Approved reappointment of John Aaron to Planning Commission (5-0)
• Approved reappointment of Janet Ashman to Board of Zoning Appeals (5-0)
• Approved Special Event Permits for Tractor Parade and Juneteenth (5-0)
• Approved appropriations for Beopple Building and Jackson Building funds (5-0)

Social Services Joint Administrative and Advisory Board Meeting

The Amelia County Social Services Joint Administrative and Advisory Boards are meeting to approve minutes, hear reports from the administrative board and director, and review administrative bills for November and December 2023. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes
• Introduction of new staff
• Administrative Board Report on actions since last meeting
• Director's Report on personnel
• Review of administrative bills for November and December 2023

The Board approved meeting minutes from November 15, 2023, and authorized administrative bills and schedules for November and December 2023. The board held a closed session to discuss personnel matters, though no further action resulted from that session.

• Approved November 15, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved administrative bills for November 2023 and December 2023
• Approved Schedule of Board Actions for November 2023 and December 2023
• Approved motion to enter closed session for personnel matters (4-0)

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority is reviewing various business development profiles and industrial growth opportunities. The meeting includes discussions on the potential for new businesses or industries to expand within the community.

• Discussion of business development profiles
• Review of local industry expansion and new business opportunities

The Economic Development Authority approved the location for the Animal Shelter and authorized the use of Timmons to prepare an assessment letter for a GoVa grant. The board also accepted financial reports from late 2023.

• Approved location of the Animal Shelter (6-0)
• Approved using Timmons to prepare an assessment letter for GoVa grant process (6-0)
• Approved October 10, 2023 and December 12, 2023 minutes
• Accepted October, November, and December 2023 Treasurer’s reports